South Hills Golf Course Iowa
South Hills Golf Course is a par-72 public course in Iowa, playing 6,653 yards from the Blue tees with a rating of 71.5 and slope of 118.
Course Overview
| Type | Public |
| Holes / Par | 18 holes, par 72 (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s) |
| Length | 6,653 yards |
| Rating / Slope | 71.5 / 118 |
| Tee Options | 7 |
| Location | Iowa, USA |
| Coordinates | 42.4394, -92.3250 |
Tee Options & Ratings
| Tee | Yards | Par | Rating | Slope |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | 6,653 | 72 | 71.5 | 118 |
| Yellow | 6,259 | 72 | 75.4 | 124 |
| White | 5,972 | 72 | 73.7 | 119 |
| Red | 5,437 | 72 | 70.6 | 112 |
| Yellow | 6,259 | 72 | 75.4 | 124 |
| White | 5,972 | 72 | 73.7 | 119 |
| Red | 5,437 | 72 | 70.6 | 112 |
Scorecard
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Out | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | In | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue 71.5/118 | 341 | 355 | 593 | 165 | 388 | 322 | 362 | 191 | 511 | 3228 | 394 | 403 | 153 | 539 | 434 | 385 | 184 | 528 | 405 | 3425 | 6653 |
| Yellow 75.4/124 | 331 | 309 | 493 | 156 | 338 | 316 | 354 | 184 | 502 | 2983 | 388 | 386 | 146 | 531 | 366 | 370 | 176 | 516 | 397 | 3276 | 6259 |
| White 73.7/119 | 325 | 299 | 483 | 142 | 296 | 306 | 344 | 178 | 435 | 2808 | 375 | 364 | 134 | 520 | 355 | 358 | 166 | 508 | 384 | 3164 | 5972 |
| Red 70.6/112 | 323 | 291 | 433 | 131 | 285 | 307 | 305 | 174 | 427 | 2676 | 325 | 285 | 133 | 466 | 310 | 315 | 164 | 438 | 325 | 2761 | 5437 |
| Yellow 75.4/124 | 331 | 309 | 493 | 156 | 338 | 316 | 354 | 184 | 502 | 2983 | 388 | 386 | 146 | 531 | 366 | 370 | 176 | 516 | 397 | 3276 | 6259 |
| White 73.7/119 | 325 | 299 | 483 | 142 | 296 | 306 | 344 | 178 | 435 | 2808 | 375 | 364 | 134 | 520 | 355 | 358 | 166 | 508 | 384 | 3164 | 5972 |
| Red 70.6/112 | 323 | 291 | 433 | 131 | 285 | 307 | 305 | 174 | 427 | 2676 | 325 | 285 | 133 | 466 | 310 | 315 | 164 | 438 | 325 | 2761 | 5437 |
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Hdcp | 15 | 13 | 1 | 11 | 7 | 17 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 12 | 8 | 18 | 2 | 6 | 16 | 14 | 4 | 10 |
Which Tees Should You Play?
Multiply your handicap index by 28 and add it to par. If the result exceeds the total yardage divided by 100, move up one tee.
Handicap 0-10: Blue (6,653 yards, 71.5/118)
The back tees offer the full test. Attack the 4 par 5s for birdie opportunities and respect the #1 handicap hole 3 (par 5, 593 yards). Use the shot dispersion model to find optimal targets on every approach.
Handicap 10-20: White (5,972 yards, 73.7/119)
This tee gives you a realistic chance to reach greens in regulation without brutal carries. Course management is key. Identify trouble spots and plan your misses to the safe side. Use the strokes gained data to find where you're leaving shots on the table.
Handicap 20+: Red (5,437 yards, 70.6/112)
From here the course becomes about accuracy, not power. The short par 3 on hole 12 (133 yards) is a genuine birdie chance. Focus on finding fairways and keeping the ball in play.
Hole-by-Hole Highlights
Number 1 handicap hole. At 593 yards from the back tees, this par 5 is a true three-shot hole for most golfers.
The easiest hole on the course and a genuine scoring opportunity. At 153 yards from the back tees, take dead aim at the centre of the green.
The #2 handicap hole. At 539 yards, a pivotal par 5 that separates good rounds from great ones.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the slope and rating of South Hills Golf Course?
South Hills Golf Course has a course rating of 71.5 and slope of 118 from the back tees. From the Red tees, the rating is 70.6 with a slope of 112.
How long is South Hills Golf Course?
From the back tees, South Hills Golf Course plays 6,653 yards. The course is par 72 with 18 holes (4 par 3s, 10 par 4s, 4 par 5s).
What is the hardest hole at South Hills Golf Course?
The number 1 handicap hole is hole 3, a 593-yard par 5 from the back tees.
What tees should I play at South Hills Golf Course?
For handicaps 0-10, play the Blue tees (6,653 yards). Handicaps 20+ should consider the Red tees (5,437 yards).
Is South Hills Golf Course public or private?
South Hills Golf Course is a public golf course in Iowa. Tee times are available to the public.
What courses are near South Hills Golf Course?
Nearby courses include Sunnyside Country Club (Waterloo), Irv Warren Memorial Golf Course (Waterloo), Red Carpet Golf Course (Waterloo), Gates Park Golf Course (Waterloo).
Is there a yardage book for South Hills Golf Course?
Yes. Yards Golf Book offers a personalized digital yardage book for South Hills Golf Course with hole-by-hole maps, shot dispersion analysis, strokes gained heatmaps, and club recommendations tailored to your handicap and distances. You can view it online or download a printable PDF.
Does South Hills Golf Course have strokes gained data?
Yes. Yards Golf Book runs a 1,000-shot Monte Carlo simulation on every hole, factoring in your handicap, club distances, shot shape, and the actual hazard layout. The model recommends the best club and target for each shot.
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